Abelmoschus ficulneus

Abelmoschus ficulneus is a species of flowering plant in the genus Abelmoschus of the family Malvaceae. It is commonly known as the "white wild musk mallow" or native rosella, it is a fibrous perennial with a woody stem. Its flowers bloom about an inch in diameter with colors of pink or white, with a rose center; its leaves are palmate. This fast growing plant can also be cultivated for its medicinal properties, making it a very versatile plant that is greatly beneficial for human use.

This plant can be found mainly in north and East Africa, Madagascar, Indomalaya, and Northern Australia.